Fairstead · 18 hours ago
Developer
New York, New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expFairstead is a purpose-driven real estate firm dedicated to building sustainable communities across the country. The Developer will support and manage all phases of ground-up real estate development projects in New York City, requiring a strong understanding of NYC’s regulatory environment and coordination with various stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Manage and support ground-up development projects from pre-development through completion and stabilization
Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and legal counsel throughout the development process
Oversee project schedules, budgets, and deliverables to ensure milestones are met on time and within budget
Assist in the preparation and review of development budgets, pro formas, and financial analyses
Support site due diligence efforts, including zoning analysis, environmental review, and feasibility studies
Navigate NYC-specific entitlement processes, including ULURP, zoning actions, DOB approvals, and agency coordination (DOB, HPD, DCP, LPC, etc.)
Assist with community engagement efforts, including coordination with elected officials, community boards, and local stakeholders as needed
Manage the design development process in collaboration with architects and consultants to ensure alignment with program, budget, and schedule
Support affordable housing development transactions, including projects utilizing Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) and other public financing sources; assist with coordinating applications, agency requirements, and compliance considerations in collaboration with internal and external partners
Review construction documents, value engineering options, and change orders
Monitor construction progress through regular site visits and coordination meetings
Assist with lender, investor, and agency reporting requirements
Support closings, financing draws, and compliance related to development funding sources
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in real estate, finance, architecture, engineering, urban planning, or a related field
8+ years of experience in ground-up real estate development or a related role, preferably in NYC
Strong working knowledge of NYC zoning, permitting, and regulatory processes
Experience managing consultants and coordinating complex project teams
Proficiency in Excel, project management tools, and development budgeting
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Company
Fairstead
Fairstead is a vertically integrated, purpose-driven real estate developer, specializing in creating sustainable, high quality housing.
501-1000 employees
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Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jeff Goldberg
Chief Executive Officer
Avi Blum
Chief Accounting Officer
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